The country’s security forces have identified another Afghan extremist being killed during a recent operation against cross-border invasion as tensions between the two countries rose over extremist invasion, security sources said Monday.
Mansoor, another name for extremist Mujib ul Lehman, was among the 14 rebels killed in an intelligence report-based operation at Ghulam Khan Kelay near the Afghan border on February 28, sources said.
He was commander of the 3rd Battalion of Hazrat Muaz bin Jabal National Military Academy in Afghanistan and a resident of Waltak Province.
This identification follows the pattern of Afghan nationals who are allegedly involved in radical activities in Pakistani soils.
In a similar operation on January 30, security forces killed Badrudin, Li, of the Afghan Army and son of Dela Ismail Khan’s lieutenant governor of Badgis province.
Security officials say that Afghanistan’s interim government has not only failed to prevent cross-border penetration, but also provides logistical assistance to rebel groups.
The presence of advanced weapons by extremists indicates a potential link between Afghan authorities and extremist groups such as Fitnathur Kawarij, they added.
“Afghanistan has become a safe haven for various terrorist groups and the interim government is turning a blind eye to their activities,” the official said, demanding anonymity.
Instead of fostering radical activity, defense analysts are urging the Afghan regime to prioritize the welfare of citizens, particularly in the health and education sector.
“Afghanistan is already facing an economic and humanitarian crisis. The government should focus on reconstructing the country rather than exporting extremists,” said defense analyst Brigg (RETD) Mahmoud Shah.
Security officials warned that most Afghan nationals who attempt to invade the surrender in Pakistan would be surrendered, captured or killed. They urged Afghan families to keep their children away from extremist groups.